Geechee Red Peas

Geechee Red Peas Project

Sapelo Youth Farmers Alliance

The
Sapelo Island Cultural and Revitalization Society (SICARS) is expanding
cultivation of heritage crops, in the interest of revitalizing an
economic base and gainful reasons for descendants to return to the land
they call home. The descendant residents of Sapelo Island maintain
knowledge and skills that have been passed down for generations -- but
if there is not a concerted effort to provide economic sustainability
for the next generation of island residents, many fear this culture will
disappear. The Sapelo Youth Farming Program will be an avenue for
youth to consider what kinds of opportunities exist - or could be
created - to sustain themselves and keep their culture alive.